Dinky 270
Dinky 270 Ford Escort Panda Police Car. Very near mint/boxed. Early issue. From The Renos Louka Collection.
Notes
A collection some 20 years in the making. Renos Louka from Virginia Water, Surrey specialised in Film & TV models. His interest was due to his occupation of supplying camera and lighting equipment to the film, TV and broadcast industry.
This particular version was made between 1969-72 with bright cast hubs. Paint finish of turquoise and white is imost eye-catching with a couple of minor marks to the paint finish. Opening bonnet and boot. Detailed engine. Number plate “MTB 21L” at front and rear.
Bright “Police” labels on the doors and roof.
The box is complete and bright. Minor age wear including a light crease or two. Little light pencilled writing. Little stain at a small end flap. Little thumb tear at a small end flap seam.
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